Temporary Housing Fraud Investigator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

General Recruitment Information: This recruitment will establish a list of candidates to be used in filling the vacancy as well as an eligibility list that may be used for future vacancies or temporary help for up to one (1) year. Job Opportunity: Only online applications are accepted. It is the responsibility of each applicant to review the full job description and requirements.

Resumes are encouraged, but will not be accepted in lieu of required application materials. Applications which are incomplete as of the final date to apply will be eliminated from consideration. Candidates who meet all the minimum qualifications may be invited to an oral interview.

Description Bi-weekly Salary: Welfare Fraud Investigator: $2,539.06 - $2,799.31 The Del Norte County Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Welfare Fraud Investigator. This position is classified as FULL-TIME. Under general supervision of the Department of Health and Human Services Director or designee, the Welfare Fraud Investigator conducts investigations relating to suspected fraudulent receipt of aid; obtains and presents facts and evidence to support administrative action or prosecution; negotiates for and secures repayment of funds fraudulently obtained; and performs related work as required

Employees in this classification receive limited supervision within a broad framework of policies and procedures. Detailed Work Activities Essential job duties may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities.

Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks. Conducts in-house and field investigations of suspected fraudulent receipt of aid. Locates and interviews suspected persons, absent parents, and witnesses using a variety of surveillance and tracing methods.

Analyzes and evaluates witnesses' testimony. Enters and retrieves numerical and narrative data from an automated computer system. Executes search warrants and make arrests.

Examines a variety of records to secure information concerning suspected violations. Gathers, assembles, preserves, and reports facts, statements, or affidavits and other evidence for use in legal action. Assists in fraud prosecutions in accordance with specific instructions and clearly defined guidelines.

Makes arrangements for the repayment of funds fraudulently obtained and follows-up to enforce actions for collection of such funds. Reads and interprets computer printouts and information on computer screens. Prepares correspondence and reports.

Interprets and explains the provisions of laws, rules or regulations related to the purpose of the investigation. May act in a liaison capacity between the Health and Human Services department and the District Attorney's office and County Counsel's office. Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Any combination of education, training and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Education: Graduation from high school or possession of GED certificate, supplemented with course work in Administration of Justice, Police Science, or closely related field; possession of POST Intermediate Certificate. Experience: Three (3) years' responsible experience in law enforcement including one (1) year of experience in criminal investigations as an Investigator or equivalent position with a City, County, or State law enforcement agency.

Special Requirements: Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's license. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of: Office methods and procedures used in the maintenance of law enforcement records. Basic laws and procedures dealing with the use of evidence in criminal investigations and proceedings.

Methods, procedures and techniques in the recording, preservation and securing of property and/or evidence used in the prosecution of criminal cases, seized or found property. Appropriate methods of surveillance, skip tracing methods, and other sources of information used in locating persons or obtaining facts. Principles of identification, arrest procedures, search warrant acquisition and execution, preservation, and presentation of evidence.

Ability to: Maintain controls and security of complex and confidential records. Understand and interpret the laws, regulations, methods and procedures used in handling criminal evidence. Interview, analyze, and evaluate the statements of witnesses or suspected violators.

Learn, interpret, and apply provisions of the welfare laws, search and seizure laws, and the legal rights of citizens. Navigate through screens to retrieve information in an automated computer system. Write clear and accurate correspondence and reports.

Perform basic arithmetical calculations. Deal effectively with citizens and public officials under conditions requiring tact and good judgment. Gather and document information and evidence by observation, record examination, and interview.

Negotiate for, and secure payment of, funds fraudulently obtained or funds for support of recipients of aid. Coordinate and communicate job activities and investigations with staff responsible for other functions within the Department. Understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures and instructions.

Build and maintain effective working relationships with others. Use computer and keyboard sufficient to perform functions of report writing. To work different and irregular hours as required.

To establish and maintain effective working relationships with county officials, staff, representatives from other departments and agencies and the public. Selection Process: The County of Del Norte does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, gender, age, sexual preference, or disability in any of its programs, activities, or hiring practices. All applications will be reviewed and those individuals with backgrounds most closely meeting the needs of the county will be selected for further review.

In the event of a large number of qualifying applicants, a written examination may be given to determine which applicants will be invited to attend an oral interview. An eligibility list will be established upon completion of the oral interviews. Expenses (i.e

travel, food, lodging) incurred in connection with the interview shall be the burden of the applicant. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if special accommodations are necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Office prior to the interview/examination so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Condition of Employment: In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, Del Norte County is required to verify, within three days of employment of any person, that he/she is: 1) a citizen or national of the United States; 2) an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence or authorized by the Immigration and Naturalization Service to work in the United States.

Disaster Service Workers: All County of Del Norte employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through State law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County of Del Norte requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Work related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

Equal Opportunity Statement: Del Norte County is an equal opportunity employer hiring employment eligible applicants. Disabled applicants who require special testing arrangements should contact the Human Resources Department prior to the filing deadline. In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, applicants must provide acceptable proof of identity or authorization to work in the United States.

A thorough background investigation will be conducted prior to employment. The investigation may include reference checks, fingerprinting, credit check, driver history and inquiry to local, state and federal files to obtain criminal history information. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the selection process.

Selection processes may include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following: application review, competitive screening, written examination, performance examination, and/or oral examination. This bulletin is solely for the purpose of announcing a job opening. It does not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revised without notice.